Kenya, Angola set for crucial CHAN clash
All eyes will be on the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, this Thursday, August 7, when Harambee Stars take on Angola in their second Group A fixture of the CHAN 2024...
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The Harambee Stars of Kenya are set to face Angola in a crucial TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 Group A clash on Thursday, August 7, at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. A win would put tournament debutants Kenya on the brink of the knockout stages, building on their historic first CHAN victory.
- Kenya aims to maintain momentum and their defensive solidity after a clean sheet in their opener, with head coach Benni McCarthy emphasizing the team is motivated but grounded.
- Angola, led by head coach Pedro Gonçalves, will seek to bounce back from a 2–0 defeat to Morocco, despite dominating possession (58.7 percent) and completing 90 percent of their passes in that match.
- Tickets for the 7:00 pm kickoff were sold out by Tuesday morning, highlighting high anticipation for the match between two sides that have never met at CHAN before.
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Kenya's Harambee Stars Prepare for Crucial CHAN 2024 Angola Match - August 2025
The Harambee Stars of Kenya are set to face Angola in a crucial TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 Group A clash on Thursday, August 7, at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, aiming for a second consecutive win after their 1-0 victory over DR Congo. Harambee Stars defender Alphonce Omija expressed strong confidence in the team's ability, stating they fear no opponent and are prepared to face tournament heavyweights like Morocco and Angola. Coach Benni McCarthy is expected to utilize young talent Manzur Suleiman Okwaro in midfield, who had a standout performance in the previous victory. The team seeks another win in the CHAN fixtures to move closer to the knockout stages.
